February 2023 Summaries

The blog post provides an introduction to SurrealDB, a database designed to handle routine tasks so users can focus on data processing. It guides readers through the installation process on Ubuntu, explaining the setup of namespaces and databases to avoid name collisions and enhance security for multi-tenancy. The concept of tables versus documents is explored, showing how SurrealDB allows for on-the-fly creation of columns and complex data structures within a single document. Additionally, it discusses the use of Record Links and graph-like relationships to manage connections between data entries, providing a flexible approach to data management without the need for traditional foreign keys. The post concludes by encouraging users to experiment with SurrealDB, highlighting its potential for application development and data testing.

SurrealDB recently hosted its first social event at Swingers Crazy Golf in central London, bringing together members of its community from the UK, Europe, and the US for face-to-face interactions. The event allowed co-founders Tobie and Jaime to share future plans and announce new hires, Rushmore from Zimbabwe and Hugh in London, while participants exchanged ideas and formed new connections. This gathering marked a significant step in rejuvenating London’s tech meet-up scene, which had been impacted by the pandemic. SurrealDB plans to continue fostering community engagement by moving into a new office space at Huckletree Jubilee and hosting more events to unite Surrealers and the broader tech community.

SurrealDB is hosting its first New York Social event on March 14, 2023, from 6-10 PM EST at Swingers in New York City, offering an opportunity for attendees to engage with the SurrealDB team while enjoying food, drinks, and games. Interested participants can reserve their spot by emailing Lizzie, but spaces are limited and restricted to individuals aged 21 and older. The company also encourages people to subscribe to their newsletter for updates on releases, news, and events. SurrealDB emphasizes its commitment to enterprise security, being trusted and certified with SOC 2 Type 2, GDPR, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 certifications.

SurrealDB has announced the creation of an 'Awesome SurrealDB' repository, inviting the community to contribute by submitting pull requests for libraries, tools, tutorials, or videos. The platform promotes community engagement by hosting events, such as the first SurrealDB Socials in London and New York, to foster interaction and collaboration among users. SurrealDB emphasizes its commitment to security and compliance by being trusted and certified for enterprise security standards, including SOC 2 Type 2, GDPR, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001. Additionally, SurrealDB encourages users to subscribe to their newsletter to stay updated on releases, news, and events.